The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1887-12-03

| Philopolis, 9th Dlstrict-I am sorry to
chronicle the death of Mrs. Sue FL. Gorsuch, wife
of the late Dickinson Gorsuch, who so active
in every sphere of life. As o neighbor she was
specially thoughtful Of those about her who were
in need, and as Christian was much concerned
that the interests of the church not neglected,
but advanced. For more than thirty five years
she was connected with Jessop 81. e. Church and
was prominent in its improvements at two differ
emit times, and especially with others did she urge
the late rebuilding. Through her interest the
bell was procured and solemnly did it toll the APP
proach of her funeral on Tuesday morning last.
very large congregation assembled at the church
where the solemn rite of burial was performed by
Revs. J. H. M. Lemon and S. M. Afford. Ap.
propriate music was rendered during the service1
Expressions of profound regret were heard from
many sympathizing friends at the great loss sus-
tanned by the community and church. The pail
bearers were her nephews-Messrs. Thomas B.
johnson, Eugene Buck, Wilmer Black, Henry
Clinton and Abraham Jessop. Among the many
persent Messrs. Rein and Noah Gorsucb,
Charles W. Slagle, Samuel M. Price, VIM. B.
Sands, Rev. r. W. Black, John E. Bosley, Geo.
Jessop, Col. W. S. Franklin, J. D. G. Duncan, W.
W. Matthews, Edward Austen, N. R. Miles and
D. A. Conn.
Mrs. Gorsuch had been for many years vice.
president of the Mite Society of the church to
which she belonged and was greatly beloved by
the members. She was the last female member
of the johnson family and sister to the late Mrs.
Samuel Sands and the late Mrs. VIM. Jessop.-
The family was large one, and the only .surviv
ing members are Messrs Thomas and Abraham
johnson.
Mrs. DR.. F. Mitchell and Irving Gorsuch, of her
family, remain to mourn their loss. By the will
of the late Dickinson Gorsuch the farm, which
comprises about $50 acres, in excellent condition,
and which is nicely improved with dwellings and
out buildings, will be inherited BY Irving Gorsuch,
her son, Mrs. DR.. Mitchell having received other
property ct the death of her father.
After lingering illness Of consumption, Mr..
George Stevenson departed this life on Tuesday
morning, at O'Clock, at the residence of his
brother, Mr.. Edward Stevenson, on the Western
Run pike. His funeral took place ON Wednesday
55k Ra sa5aa for
worked the farm of Mr.. John E. Bosley, but of
late years was engaged in different occupations.
His many friends we're glad to learn that he, dur
ing his illness, embraced the Christian religion.
He leaves wife and three children, sorely be-
reaved.
Mrs. Hartman, widow of the late John Hart
man and mother of Mr.. Augustus Hartman, living
near Phoenix, died last week at the residence of
her son, and was buried on Saturday at Clynmalara
M. e. Church. The deceased was we'll known and
greatly respected.
The Senior Gunpowder Agricultural Club met
at the residence of Mr.. A. 7. Love ON Saturday
afternoon last. Mr.. Edwin Scott was foreman
and was assisted in inspection by Messrs. J. B.
Ensor and E. Cuttings Merryman. All the mem
bers were present except Irving Gorsuch. Mr..
Daniel Pearce represented the Junior Club. The
club viewed with interest the farm, stock and
premises of their host and thoughtfuly considered
many subjects of interest. The regular question
was, "Does it pay to save husks saable at $40 per
ton, delivered in the city ?" The next meeting
will be held at Mr.. e. Cuttings Merrymans, on the
22d inst. Mrs. Love, assisted by Miss Montague,
received the guests in a most hospitable manner.
The services at Jessop Church have resulted in
an addition of twenty to it's membership. Fifteen
have been received into full connection and six
were recently baptized. Rev. J. H. NJ. Lemon
will preach on Sunday, morning and evening.
PM npnIIs.